Trump imposes 15% tariff on South Korea in new trade deal
- Trump announces 15% tariff on South Korean goods
- US$350 billion in US-controlled investments
- Initial impact of the agreement does not affect cryptocurrencies
On July 30, 2025, current US President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement with South Korea, including a US$350 billion investment package under US control and a South Korean commitment to purchase energy worth US$100 billion.
The agreement establishes a 15% tariff on products from South Korea. In return, US products will remain tariff-free upon entry into South Korean territory. The measure aims to expand access to the South Korean market for sectors such as US agriculture and automotive.
Trump stated: "We have agreed to a 15% tariff on South Korea. The United States will not pay any tariffs." The statement was made without immediate confirmation from the South Korean government, creating uncertainty about the implementation and next steps of the agreement.
Despite the potential impact on industrial and commercial sectors, there have been no visible effects on cryptocurrency markets so far. Analysts remain closely monitoring the political and economic repercussions, but emphasize that the lack of official response from South Korea limits more assertive projections.
The agreement's structure follows standards already used by the current president in previous administrations, with tariffs that historically ranged from 15% to 30% and a focus on protecting American industry. The similarity to previous negotiations highlights the strategic use of tariff measures as a negotiating tool.
Experts believe that the potential opening of the South Korean market to US products could benefit American exporters while also putting pressure on Asian supply chains. The lack of tariff reciprocity, however, is likely to generate trade tensions between the countries involved.
The market is awaiting an official statement from South Korea on the terms announced, which should provide greater clarity on the validity and implications of the bilateral pact.
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